POTENTIAL OF CARRAGEENAN PGP AND SYNTHETIC FERTILIZER IN IMPROVING GROWT
Abstract
This study assessed the impact of carrageenan and synthetic fertilizer on rice
production by examining various parameters including plant height, number of tillers,
panicle length, moisture content, and rice yield. Field experiments were conducted,
and data were collected from five different treatment groups. Statistical analysis
revealed non-significant effects across all parameters, with p-values ranging from
0.81 to 0.99, indicating that neither carrageenan nor synthetic fertilizer led to
statistically significant differences in rice growth and productivity. Despite the
absence of significant effects, the study contributes valuable insights to agricultural
research by challenging existing assumptions about the efficacy of these treatments.
It underscores the necessity for empirical validation of agricultural practices and
emphasizes the ongoing need for exploration and refinement of agricultural
technologies. Future research directions include exploring alternative application
rates, timings, or formulations of carrageenan and synthetic fertilizer to uncover
optimal conditions for enhancing rice production. Additionally, conducting field trials
across diverse environments and adopting integrated approaches that combine
various agricultural practices may offer new insights into improving crop
performance. Comprehensive economic analyses will also aid in assessing the costeffectiveness of these treatments and informing farmers' decisions regarding their
adoption. This study sets the stage for further investigations aimed at optimizing rice
production practices and addressing the challenges faced by farmers in the
agricultural sector.
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